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Fujifilm A170 vs Sony TF1

Portability
94
Imaging
32
Features
10
Overall
23
Fujifilm FinePix A170 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
34
Overall
37

Fujifilm A170 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs

Fujifilm A170
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 32-96mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 140g - 93 x 60 x 27mm
  • Announced July 2009
Sony TF1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
  • 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
  • Introduced June 2013
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Fujifilm A170 vs Sony TF1 Overview

Here is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm A170 versus Sony TF1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm A170 was announced 4 years earlier than the TF1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm A170 grades versus the TF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm A170 over the Sony TF1

 Fujifilm A170 TF1 

Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Fujifilm A170

 TF1 Fujifilm A170 
IntroducedJune 2013July 2009Fresher by 47 months
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm A170 and Sony TF1

 Fujifilm A170 TF1 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen sizing
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Fujifilm A170 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm A170 features outer measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm A170 versus Sony TF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm A170 compared to the TF1.

Fujifilm A170 vs Sony TF1 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm A170 and TF1 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm A170 vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm A170 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The photograph here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm A170 and TF1.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony TF1 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm A170 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Fujifilm A170 vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm A170 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm A170 vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm A170 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony TF1 as a Portrait photography camera
19
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
34
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has face detect focus
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm A170 Street photography features
Sony TF1 Street photography features
46
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
69
built in image stabilization (Optical)
boasts focus via touch
environment proof
lighter than competitors in class (152g)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm A170
Sports photography with Sony TF1
16
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
41
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
environment proof
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (240 CIPA)
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm A170 as a Travel photography camera
Sony TF1 as a Travel photography camera
50
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (32mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
69
lighter than competitors in class (152 grams)
environment proof
boasts focus via touch
good resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
not so great battery life (240 shots)
does not contain selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm A170
Landscape photography with Sony TF1
22
no manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (32mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Timelapse recording
40
relatively wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
environment proof
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
not so great battery life (240 per charge)
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm A170 as a Vlogging camera
Sony TF1 as a Vlogging camera
22
wide angle not great (32mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external microphone jack
33
relatively wide (25mm)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focus
lighter than competitors in class (152g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
does not contain selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic port
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Fujifilm A170 vs Sony TF1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm A170 and Sony TF1
 Fujifilm FinePix A170Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm FinePix A170 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Announced 2009-07-22 2013-06-21
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3664 x 2748 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.6-4.7
Macro focusing distance 5cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 2 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.90 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 140 gr (0.31 lbs) 152 gr (0.34 lbs)
Physical dimensions 93 x 60 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 240 photos
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $80 $266